The Washington County Council held a public hearing on the proposed county budget for 2010 on Wednesday evening, September 22; all members were present.
Once it was determined that no one was present at the hearing who wished to offer public comment or ask questions about the proposed budget, the Council elected to discuss issues still unresolved in the proposal. The final 2010 county budget will not be a approved by the Council until the latter part of October at which time it will be forwarded to the Indiana Department of Local Government finance for state approval.
During the financial discussions, Council President Mark Manship asked County Auditor Sarah Bachman and Deputy County Auditor Michele Fleenor for a summary of projected income and expenses for the county through June of 2010. After working with the numbers, many of which were, admittedly, estimates based on previous years, it was determined that the county should have funds of at least $575K over and above all anticipated expenses by mid-2010
Several Council members noted that there are still some unanswered questions about the final cost of the truck bypass to the east of Salem and what, if any, money the county will be expected to pay as a result of the hospital bankruptcy and Medicare overpayment. Both of those issues have price tags that could eat up the potential surplus and even leave the county with a negative balance.

Championships will be on the line when stock cars return to Salem on October 3

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Wednesday, 30 September 2009 00:00

Fall foliage, stock cars and the high banks of Salem Speedway. That historic combination continues on Saturday, October 3, as the Lucas Oil Super Stocks and Dave & Deb’s Winner’s Circle Street Stocks converge on the super-fast, half-mile oval for the 19th annual Six Sigma Championship Night.
Championship Night marks the final points race of the season for both Salem Speedway divisions.
“It’s certainly an important night of racing,” said Salem Speedway general manager Richard Deaton. Championships and final season standings are on the line for both the Super Stock and Street Stock competitors.”

Over the past two years, local optometrist, Dr. Jack Hedrick has become very familiar with the inside of Washington County Memorial Hospital. He’s undergone testing and been treated for several different ailments including a stroke, atrial fibrillation, cervical spine problems and hernia repair.
“I’ve always had a physician in Salem,” said Dr. Hedrick. “I choose to stay in Salem because of the convenience. Dr. Morgan is my doctor and I’ve always had outstanding care from everyone who has treated me at the hospital, from the nurses, aides, lab and X-ray technicians to anyone else who has helped with my care, I’ve always had a positive experience.”
Dr. Hedrick’s medical visits began two years ago when Dr. Khan began treating him with a series of epidural blocks for his neck. “I had gone to a pain management physician in New Albany and had blocks previously, but they didn’t work. It was a very bad experience, so I was skeptical about trying again. Luckily, I could tell a huge difference after the first treatment. I was elated; he really did a great job.”

Salem Middle and Salem High School bands are in need of gently used instruments that can be given to the students for the following reasons:
When a students cannot afford an instruments or the family doesn't want to incur a financial obligation for an expensive instrument before the student is certain of his/her commitment to band.
As a practice instrument (especially larger ones) to be kelp at home so that students do not have to arrange for instruments to be transported back and forth from home to school.
As a back-up when a student's instruments in in the shop for repair.
If you are willing to donate an instruments, please feel free to drop it off at Salem Middle School or call Bonnie Harmon, 883-3808, ext. 3075 to arrange pick-up.

Last Updated on Thursday, 24 September 2009 12:31

Girl’s Basketball Cubby Camp sign ups soon

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Thursday, 24 September 2009 00:00

The Salem Parks and Recreation has announced the dates to sign up for the basketball “Cubby Camp” led by Salem High School Girl’s Basketball Coach Laura Motsinger and Andy Motsinger. The camp is for girl’s grades 3rd-6th and is for those attending Salem schools only. A schedule will be given out at the time of registration.
Registration times and dates:
Tuesday September 22, 9 a.m. to noon
Wednesday September 23, 2-5 p.m.
Thursday September 24, 2-5 p.m.
Tuesday September 29, 2-5 p.m.
Wednesday September 30, 6-7:30 p.m.
Thursday October 1, 2-5 p.m.
Sign ups are in the Salem City Hall Building, 201 East Market Street, Salem. Registration fee is $35. For more information you may call the Parks and Recreation at 883-2895.